IBM just introduced new software and services to help build security into the design of new applications instead of adding it later as an afterthought.

New technologies like cloud computing and virtualization are making organizations more efficient and competitive. These new technologies are also adding increased complexity and risk forcing businesses to find new ways to deal with compliance, risk management and data protection.

The new security software and services announced by IBM help organizations incorporate security into the initial design of applications, avoiding costly fixes down the road. The new offerings include:

Access Management: Software that can help organizations provide users with secure access to their servers, applications and environments, across new service delivery platforms, including cloud computing;